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Homeowners lose High Court battle over emergency helicopter relocation
The community's fight in the high court civil case has failed.
World champion boxer Mea Motu signs up for Mike King’s Gumboot Friday
Motu knows all too well about struggles with mental health.
'Our baby brother has been found': Teen diver's body found in Far North stream
The teen went missing on Labour Day, when he was reportedly swept out to sea.
"The heart of public life:' Man who attacked lawyer says his sentence is too harsh
Aydon filed an appeal against his prison sentence for attacking a lawyer in a court.
‘Not out of the woods yet’: Conserve water notice as ex-cyclone Lola sweeps North Island
Today is expected to bring another round of thunderstorms and strong winds.
Awanui Day hopefully precursor to national beauty awards for the town
"It's a great way for the community to come together and show off the town."
'Our roads need more attention': Leaders back petition calling for state highway improvements
Road maintenance should be the 'number one priority'.
Giant Biker Dude saves the day
OPINION: Kevin Page encounters some goings-on at the petrol pump.
Northland man to deliver a 500-plus strong petition calling for tougher dog control
Despite an injured leg from a dog attack, a man will walk 113km to deliver petition.
After 48 hours of wild weather, what to expect next
Warmer temperatures are expected in the next few days.
Electricity from Kaitāia solar farm to power big-box retailers
Kaitāia's massive solar farm will provide electricity to a national retail giant.
The Great NZ Road Trip: 9 Questions With... Sir Ian Taylor
'Nothing can make you happier than unconditional love.'
The ‘broken-down sheep farmer’ who became a radio star: 'Pressure valve has been released'
Election result has seen sentiment in the rural sector quickly change, says broadcaster.
Gym members take on Aussies at Gold Coast Turf Games
'I can’t fathom how well we’ve done.'
78 medals bestowed to 28th Māori Battalion descendants
Many whānau carried photos of their late fathers, uncles and grandfathers.
Ex-cyclone Lola lashes New Zealand
Thousands of people are without power as ex-cyclone Lola lashes the country. Video / Supplied / NZ Herald / Greg Reed
Wild weather: Roads closed with over 100mm of rain, 130km/h wind gusts
Several places across the top of the North Island have recorded over 100mm of rain.
Wild weather easing but risk of flooding and slips remains
More than 4000 homes are still without power in the Far North
Lanes closed on Harbour Bridge as ex-cyclone bears down; thousands without power
Wind gusts reaching 142km/h have already been recorded in Cape Rēinga.
News in brief: Warning over polystyrene at beaches; drought support
The latest news bites from around the region.
Secure your trampolines: Wild weather lashes Northland
Northlanders should batten down the hatches on Sunday afternoon due to wild weather.
'He stood strong' Northlander praised for performance during RWC final
It wasn't the desired outcome, but Northland should be proud of the World Cup final.
Strong Tai Tokerau representation to feature in national kapa haka competition
Te Mana Kuratahi National Primary School Kapa Haka Competition kicks off next Monday.
Northland first in line for wild wind and heavy rain as Lola arrives
Eastern and northern coastlines are set to be pummelled by monster 6m waves.
French citizen rescued from yacht off North Cape during wild weather
The French national is being taken to Kerikeri to meet Customs officials.
Carolyn Hansen: Living better for longer
OPINION: Extra quality years can be had just by turning on self-healing processes.
Sports tournament celebrates 40 years of community
Whānau gather to mark 40 years of Piri Wiremu Mokena Sports Memorial Tournament.
Opinion: It’s Halloween, what kind of scary political line-up will be delivered?
Be afraid, be very afraid.
Joe Bennett: Here we go, it’s bird-in-the-garage time
This time of the year there are young birds about.
'Dangerous' and 'scary': Life as a rough sleeper under a bridge
'Rats will crawl over you, confront you.'
Our Treasures: Learn all about our past with the Te Tai Tōkerau ‘Paint by Numbers’ Geological Map Project
The map sequence is a visual journey.
Concerns for safety of 14-year-old last seen in Whangārei
14-year-old Rawinia was last seen in the Whangārei area on October 17.
'He was lying there all alone': Family couldn't get to NZ after pig-hunting tragedy
Timon Brouwer worked his dream job on the Hundertwasser art centre.